On Canada’s second ever Truth & Reconciliation Day, join us for two events that are facilitated by Chinook Winds Indigenous Minister Rev. Tony Snow. Any questions, please email Tony Snow September 30 – Truth and Reconciliation Day Commemoration – Noontime …
Responding to the James Smith Cree Nation & Weldon Tragedies
As we post this video statement from Rev. Tony Snow, Indigenous Minister for Chinook Winds Region, the second perpetrator has been arrested and subsequently died. We are now left with the aftermath of loss and pain that the community will …
Indigenous Ministry Events for September – October 2022
September 30 – Truth and Reconciliation Day Commemoration – Noontime Worship on YouTube – 12 NOON MDT. We commemorate this Truth and Reconciliation Day with a moment of silence for those who died in the Residential School genocide.” Service will go …
Get Ready for Youth Trek this October 2022!
We are excited about these two in-person youth conferences!Youth Trek Waterton (Alberta) and Youth Trek Kamloops (BC) bring Youth from Alberta, BC and Yukon together! These events are for Youth (13-17) and their leaders. Come make new tracks in …
Hospital Training Program for Religious Community Visitors: In-Person Training Opportunity!
You are invited! The Chinook Winds Region’s Hospital Ministries Program is organizing a two-day, in-person training program that will train religious community visitors (RCVs) from the Chinook Winds Region. The program is open to all clergy, lay members, and adherents …
UCW 60th Anniversary Celebration: Then Sings My Soul!
Sandra Child was one of 10 Alberta women who attended the United Church Women (UCW)’s 60th-anniversary celebration in July 2022. Sandra says the experience of gathering with women from across the country, hearing inspiring speakers and seeing the Atlantic Ocean …
Contemplating Reconciliation After the Papal Visit
By Rev. Tony Snow, Indigenous Minister, Chinook Winds Region We take time to reflect upon the repercussions of the Pope’s visit to Canada and the impacts of the apologies that were delivered across the country.
Gazebo Fire at Robert McClure United Church
From Robert McClure United, CalgaryWe are thankful that a construction worker from the school next door noticed the fire and called 911 for the fire department to come and put it out. There is structural damage to the floor so the …
You can still register for Summer Camp!
Are your children, grandchildren or young friends registered for a great, memorable week at camp?! If not, you’ll want to check out or let them know about the offerings of United Church Camps in Central and South Alberta at: …
Wild Rose United: ‘Growing Spiritually, Embracing All People…’
As part of our Featuring Communities of Faith and Ministries in Chinook Winds Region, we thank Caryn Salageanu who put together this profile of Wild Rose United, Calgary. You’re encouraged to send stories about your own community of faith or …